OCEAN CITY -- In order to accommodate taxpayers affected by Hurricane Sandy, the tax collector has extended the grace period to pay taxes to Nov. 20.

Postmarks are not accepted in accordance with the state of New Jersey tax laws, therefore the payment must be received by Nov. 20.

The city is asking taxpayers, if possible, to pay taxes online at www.ocnj.us/tax or by mail due to the damage sustained to the tax collection office located on the first floor of City Hall. Limited operations are available on the second floor of City Hall, 861 Asbury Ave., 8:45-4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday.